Community Calendar

No Scrabble in May

The Scrabble Club which meets at the library will not meet in May because the books from the book sale will still be on display in the annex. Then the next Sunday is Mother's Day. We'll start up again in June. See you June 1!

Promotion ceremony

The Eleventh Annual Eighth-grade Promotion Ceremony will be held Tues., May 20th, 7 p.m. in the Lincoln County Middle School/High School gymnasium.

The program will feature addresses given by the students with the highest averages in the class and the presentation of academic achievement awards.

Parents of eighth grade students interested in their child participating in the ceremony need to call the school at 706-359-3069 by Friday, May 9.

Planning meetings

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold all its regularly scheduled meetings in the Planning and Zoning Conference Room located at 107 Perryman Avenue unless otherwise advertised. The meeting dates are:; June 9; July 7; Aug. 11; Sept. 8; Oct. 6; Nov. 10; Dec. 8.

Fund set up

A fund has been established at Farmers State Bank to aid The Beggs Family.

The funds collected will help defray medical expenses associated with the cancer treatment and meet the needs of The Beggs Family.

Contributions to the Beggs Fund may be made at the bank during regular business hours or by using the night depository. Donations may also be mailed to the bank at P.O. Box 99, Lincolnton, Georgia, 30817. Please remember to write " Lyndsie Beggs Fund" on the envelope.

For more information about the fund, contact Farmers State Bank at (706) 359-3131.

Barbeque fund-raiser

Double Branches Baptist Church is hosting a barbecue chicken dinner to raise money for their youth group. The event is planned for 5-8 p.m., Fri., May 16. Eat-in, to go, or delivery. For tickets, telephone 706-359- 1795 or 706-359-2503.

Frisbee league

Anyone interested in starting an Ultimate Frisbee league, contact the Lincoln County Recreation Dept. at 706-359-2236 or 706-401-1873.

VBS at Loco

Loco Baptist Church's Outrigger Island V.B.S. will be held June 1- June 5 from 6- 9 p.m. nightly. Commencement services will be held Friday, June 6 @ 7pm. Transportation provided upon request. For more information, contact: Crystal Johnson (706) 293- 4004, Melissa Parton (706) 359-2825, or Mary Goldman (706) 359-3431.

Post 194 to meet

American Legion Post 194 will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m., May 20. at the Post Home. Election of officers will be held. All members are encouraged to attend.

Board of elections meetings

The regular meetings of the Lincoln County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will be held the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings will be held at the Board of Elections, The Lincoln Center, 160 May Ave., Lincolnton, Ga. Any changes to the scheduled dates or alternate dates for meetings occurring on holidays will be posted.

Dinner served

Dinner served at American Legion Post 194 every Wed. night at 6:30 p.m. and Fri. at 7 p.m. Wednesday's menu changes weekly. Every Friday is steak night. A large variety salad bar, shrimp cocktail, baked potato, bread, dessert and ice tea are included with steak. Come out and join us for a delicious meal.

Class info. need

Attention Lincoln County High School Class of 1989. We need your contact information ASAP. Plans are being made so that we can meet to make plans for our 20th class reunion. Please email us at lincolnclass of1989@yahoo.com with your name, address, phone number and email address.

Repub. to meet

The Lincoln County Republican Party will meet a 7 pm on Tuesday May 20, 2008 at the library.

Usher anniversary Ebenezer Baptist Church will have its Usher anniversary at 3 p.m., Sunday, May 25. Rev. Michael Ephraim and the Stone Springfield AME Church will be special guests. The public is invited. Rev. Perriman, pastor.

VBS at St. Paul

Calling all kids, ages 3-12! Come blast off and explore Cosmic City at St. Paul UMC Vacation Bible School, Tues., June 3, through Fri., June 6. A light supper will be served at 5:30 p.m., followed by registration at 5:45, then VBS from 6-9 p.m. For more information, telephone Rev. David Jenkins at 706-359-1202.

Seeking ads

The 2009 Lincoln County School System yearbook, The Panorama, has a chance to make history as the first all-color yearbook. In the past, the yearbook has had 18 color pages, and the rest were black and white. However, with the support of the community, this year's book will preserve the 2008-2009 school year memories in full color.

The staff of The Panorama appreciates the businesses, churches and individuals who have already purchased ads. The group is excited to report that your ad will be in eyecatching color.

For those who have not yet purchased an ad, but would like to be part of this history-making publication by buying an ad, please telephone the LCHS main office at 706-359- 3121. Leave your name and number, and a yearbook staff member will stop by and show you the great, colorful advertisement possibilities available to you.

Donations welcomed

The Lincoln County Food Pantry welcomes contributions. Your donations are tax deductible. You may mail your contributions to: The Lincoln County Food Pantry, P.O. Box 473, Lincolnton, GA 30817. Thank you for your support.

Church anniversary

New Tabernacle Baptist Church family will celebrate its church anniversary at 3 p.m., May 18. Rev. James McIver and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church of Rayle will be guests. Please note that Sunday School and morning service are cancelled that Sunday. The following week, the church will host a threenight "closet cleaning" revival. All area churches, family and friends are invited. Rev. Matthew Harden, pastor.

Spirit camp

2008 Cheer Devil Spirit Camp is scheduled for May 27-May 30 at Buddy Bufford Field. For more information, contact Britt McKinney at 706-359-3121. Pastor appreciation

Revival services White Rock Baptist Church of Lincolnton is celebrating its second Pastoral Appreciation Service for Rev. Seymore Harrison, Sr. at 3 p.m. May 25. Rev. William Blount and the Greater Young Zion Baptist Church of Augusta will be in charge of services. Everyone is invited to attend and dinner will be served.

First Baptist Church of Lincolnton is planning revival services for May 19-22, 7:30 nightly, with Rev. Daravious Cullars and Rev. Charles Lacy from Mt. Nebo Baptist Church of Washington. Everyone is invited. Rev. Dennis Quinn, pastor.

Discounted tickets

4-H has discounted Six Flags tickets available at the Lincoln County Extension Office 288 N. Peachtree Street (next to Georgia Power). Gate price: $49.99 plus tax; 4-H price: $27.00 Help Support 4-H - buy your Six Flags Tickets here!

TIA Helping Hand

The original Clothes Closet, located on Firetower Rd., has reopened, now as T.I.A. Community Helping Hand. All proceeds will go toward the Lincoln County Food Pantry and emergency needs of the community, 50/ 50.

All donations are welcome, we will pick up. Your donations are appreciated. Hours of operation are: Thurs., 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. For more information, please call 706-359-7838 or 706-359-7345.

Revival services

Revival Services will be held at Rehoboth Baptist Church May 18-21, beginning at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Evening services will be at 7 p.m. "I am extremely excited about the team that will be coming to lead during this time" says Pastor Stephen Rayner.

A new organization called Georgia Campers on Mission will be coming in from different parts of the state to work with the church. Prayer, special music, outreach, and preaching are just a few of the activities that will be taking place. There will even be something special for children every night.

Make plans to attend. You will be sure to receive a blessing.

This is the preaching schedule for the Revival: Sunday morning - Paul Day (President, Georgia Campers on Mission); Sunday evening - Ron McPherson; Monday evening- Richard Beam; Tuesday evening - Jim Wauford; Wednesday evening - Terrell Ruis.

Rehoboth Baptist Church is located on Metasville Rd between Lincolnton and Washington. If you have any questions, please call the pastor at 706-293-4412. We look forward to seeing you there.

Class info needed

Attention: Lincoln County High School Class of 1989. Plans are being made now for our 20-year class reunion. Your contact information is needed as soon as possible. Please email your name, address, telephone number and email address to lincolnclassof1989@yahoo.com.

Fund set up

A special bank account has been set up at Farmers State Bank to benefit Lou McKellar and her daughter, Kelli, whose house burned during a recent move. Insurance had not yet been transferred to the new house, and smoke damage was extensive. Donations may be mailed to: Farmers State Bank, P.O. Box 99, Lincolnton, GA 30817.

Spring revival

White Rock Baptist is planning its annual Spring Revival for Mon., May 19 through Wed., May 21. Services begin at 7 p.m. nightly. Guest ministers include: on Monday, Rev. Walter Clayton of Pleasant Grove CME Church of Lincolnton; on Tuesday, Rev. Fred Perriman of Ebenezer Church in Lincolnton; and Wednesday, Rev. Larry Fryer of Mulberry CME Church in Lincolnton. Everyone is invited to attend.

Grandkids Day

Grandkids Day is scheduled for June 18 at the Lincoln County Historical Park.

You kno how busy kids are these days so get on their calendars now.

Games, prizes and awards this year will include Summer Reading Program participation, squirt guns, good dentist check ups, balloons and who attended a Red Devil football game this year? Members and new members are welcome. Details will be published in The Journal. Graduation party to be held for fifth graders May 22

The proud parents of LCES Class of 2008 will be hosting a graduation party for the entire fifth grade class on Thursday, May 22 at The Lincoln Center, Thomson Hwy., immediately following graduation. There is no charge.

Please bring your family out to celebrate this joyous occasion. For more information contact: Linda Willgus at 706-359-5536; Ginger Dawkins at 706-359-3239 or Julie Griffin at 706- 359-3129.

Pre-K opening

Lincoln County Pre-K Program has an opening for 2007-08 school year and is accepting new applications. If you are interested please contact Mollie Wagoner, Pre-K Resource Coordinator, by phoning 706-359- 5244 for more information. A child must have been 4 years of age by September 1, 2007 and a resident of Lincoln County.

Scholarship day

Newberry Missionary Baptist Church will host the annual Jennie Garnett Scholarship Day at 8 a.m., June 8. The program is sponsored by the Jennie Garnett Inspirational Choir and will take place during the regular worship service. Everyone is invited. Rev. Willie J. White is pastor.

Reunion planning

The Class of 1994 is in the process of planning a 15 year class reunion. Contact information is lchs94@ yahoo.com

Anniversary observance

Newberry Missionary Baptist Church will hold its 135th Anniversary Observance at 2 p.m., Sun., May 18. Rev. Seymour Harrison, pastor of White Rock Baptist Church will be the guest minister. Willie J. White, pastor.

Submit events

The Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce encourages the community to submit their next community event at www.lincoln countyga.org. Simply click on news and events and event submission.

Adult softball

Adult league softball is scheduled to begin in June. For further information and to register your team, call the Lincoln County Recreation Department at 706-359-2236.

Family, friends prog.

Ebenezer Baptist Church will host their Family and Friends Program at 3 p.m., Sunday, June 8. Bishop Mark Walden and the House of God Church will be special guests. The public is invited. Rev. Perriman, pastor.

VBS at Rehoboth

Rehoboth Baptist Church will host Vacation Bible School 6-8:30 p.m., June 1-5. Commencement will be at 7 p.m., Friday.

VBS at LBC

Lincolnton Baptist Church will host an End of School Block Party/VBS Kickoff, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., May 31 for kids in K5- sixth grade. We will have Jumpin' Beans Inflateables, games, prize drawings and a hot dog lunch. Outrigger Island Vacation Bible School will begin Sun., June 1 through Thurs., June 5, 7-9 p.m. nightly.

Wash day at park

Jackie Kennedy will present a demonstration on 18th century wash day at Elijah Clark State Park on Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the og Cabin Museum. Everyone is invited to roll up their sleeves and join in the fun.

Baseball camp

Baseball camp for upcoming grades three through eight. Camp will be held at 6:30 p.m. each evening, June 16- 18 at the Lincoln County Recreation Dept. Cost is $30 per child. Bring your glove and learn fundamentals, along with proper stretching, throwing, hitting, pitching and positions. Camp instructor will be Coach Glen Matthews. To register your child, call the LCRD at 706-359-2236.

Assessors called meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Tax Assessors will hold its monthly called meeting at 4 p.m., Tues., May 20 in the Tax Assessor's office at 182 Humphrey St. Upcoming monthly meeting dates include: June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16.

Council meeting

The Lincoln County Elementary School Council will meet at 7:30 a.m., May 20.

GED/Adult classes

Augusta Technical College and Lincoln County Family Connection are offering GED/Adult Literacy classes on Mon., Tues., and Thurs. from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Wed., from 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. For more information, please call 706-359-3425 or 706-359-5769.

Pool opens May 27

The Lincoln County Recreation Dept. pool opens May 27. Cost is $2 per person. Pool hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 12 p.m.-6 p.m.